NBA Notebook: Rose’s foot still ailing

Rose’s foot still ailing: Derrick Rose received more treatment on his right foot injury and will be a game-time decision for the Bulls today against the Mavericks. TNT reported that Rose, who has missed 26 games, attributed fluid in his tendons to having his ankles taped. He typically wears braces.

“I haven’t heard that,” coach Tom Thibodeau said of the report. “We’ve got a great medical staff, I can tell you that.”

Howard’s surgery goes well: The Magic said Dwight Howard was doing well after successful arthroscopic surgery to repair a herniated disk in his lower back. He is expected to make a complete recovery in about four months.